Skip Hire Sutton Modern Slavery Statement

Skip Hire Sutton is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all areas of our operations. This statement sets out our stance, the steps we take to reduce risk and the processes we follow to ensure that slavery in any form has no place in our business or supply chains. We operate a zero-tolerance policy toward forced labour, child labour and any exploitation, and we expect the same high standards from our partners in Sutton skip hire and beyond.

Our policy and core principles

Our zero-tolerance approach is codified in corporate policy and embedded into procurement, contracting and HR processes. All employees, contractors and suppliers are required to comply with this policy. We apply due diligence when onboarding suppliers for SkipHire Sutton contracts and include explicit anti-slavery clauses in our commercial agreements. We ensure transparency by documenting obligations and applying sanctions or termination where breaches are discovered.

We conduct regular supplier assessments and audits to identify potential risks. Audit activity ranges from desktop reviews to on-site inspections for higher-risk suppliers. Typical audit checkpoints include working hours, wage practices, identity and right-to-work verification, accommodation conditions where applicable, and recruitment practices. Key measures include:

• Due diligence checks prior to appointment;
• Periodic supplier audits and risk profiling;
• Contractual commitments to ethical labour standards.

Reporting channels and whistleblowing procedures are essential to our enforcement strategy. Individuals who suspect modern slavery within our operations or supplier network can report concerns through multiple confidential channels. We provide internal reporting routes for staff, and require suppliers to maintain equivalent mechanisms. Reports are treated seriously, investigated promptly and actions are recorded. We protect whistleblowers from retaliation and ensure victims are supported in line with legal and humanitarian obligations.

Supplier audits form a core part of our mitigation strategy for skip-hire sutton arrangements. Audits are scheduled annually for standard suppliers and more frequently for those assessed as high risk. We use a combination of self-assessment questionnaires, documentary evidence reviews and targeted site visits. Findings trigger corrective action plans, and persistent non-compliance may result in contract termination. We also require our suppliers to cascade the same expectations to their subcontractors to maintain a clean and transparent supply chain.

Governance, training and accountability

Governance rests with senior management who review compliance metrics and risk registers. Staff receive regular training on recognising signs of exploitation and on proper reporting. Training is mandatory for procurement staff and those with supplier management responsibilities. We monitor performance through key performance indicators and maintain clear lines of accountability for remediation.

Our commitment to continuous improvement is reflected in our annual review cycle. Each year we evaluate the effectiveness of our policies, audit outcomes and reporting usage to refine our controls. The annual review examines incident trends, audit results, supplier engagement and the impact of corrective actions. Findings result in updates to policy, enhanced training modules and adjustments to supplier selection criteria to further reduce risk.

In conclusion, Skip Hire Sutton and its affiliates remain resolute in combatting modern slavery across all operations. We maintain a strong, enforceable stance through a zero-tolerance policy, ongoing supplier audits, accessible reporting channels and a robust annual review process. These measures, combined with clear governance and continuous staff engagement, help ensure that our Sutton skip services operate ethically and responsibly.

We will continue to review and enhance our procedures, collaborate with partners and apply remedial actions when necessary. This statement is endorsed by senior leadership and will be reviewed at least once every twelve months to ensure its effectiveness and relevance to the evolving risk landscape.

Signed on behalf of the board — a summary of our approach to preventing modern slavery across the Skip Hire Sutton group and supply chains.